Drama ·TV Movie · United States of America · 1983 · 1h 36m

The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story

Director

Cast

Lee Remick as Janet Broderick Angela Lansbury as Amanda Fenwick Polly Holliday as Aunt Minerva Joe Warren as Spencer Mart Hulswit as Neil Michael Pearlman as Michael

Crew

Larry Pizer — Director of Photography Paul Fried — Editor Fred Karlin — Original Music Composer Bess Streeter Aldrich — Novel Dick Atkins — Producer Gary Weist — Production Design

Synopsis

After experiencing several stressful situations within a short time — including the failure of the family business and the loss of her mother — Janet Broderick becomes ill. Falling into a deep sleep, she dreams of returning to her hometown, taking her children with her to meet her deceased loved ones. Perhaps, during a Christmas reunion with her beloved family, she will find the answer to coping with her troubles.

Mood & Themes

Key Collaborators

Delbert Mann Director Larry Pizer Director of Photography Paul Fried Editor Fred Karlin Original Music Composer Bess Streeter Aldrich Novel Dick Atkins Producer Gary Weist Production Design Peggy Farrell Costume Design

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